Robotic systems for ultrasonic surface inspection using shaped elements

This invention describes a robot designed to move across a surface, like a weld, to perform ultrasonic inspections. The robot carries two specialized ultrasonic sensors that move back and forth to scan the surface. One sensor handles two directions of inspection, while the other covers a third direction, allowing for a comprehensive, three-dimensional check of the material.

Why it matters: While the core ultrasonic and robotic technologies were established by 2022, the intervening years have seen significant improvements in compact, high-performance edge computing and AI algorithms. These advancements could make the inspection controller's real-time data processing and autonomous decision-making more efficient and accurate for complex 3-axis inspections.

Status: Not in forceListed as no longer active. The specific reason is not in the record we hold.
How hard to build: SpecializedRobotics, custom ultrasonic arrays, control electronics, software

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